Background: Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) is a highly aggressive treatment, which is associated with numerous treatment-related side effects, such as fatigue and decreased functional activity. While recent studies have shown that physical exercise for patients undergoing HSCT is safe and feasible, and has a positive effect on the quality of life, fatigue, and lower limb muscle strength. However, there is no consensus regarding the intensity, type and frequency of exercise program, and few studies mention the patients' experience of exercise barriers and facilitators during HSCT. Therefore, the clinical implementation of exercise program is quite difficult. Purpose: The purpose of this study is to develop a feasible exercise program for hospitalized patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Methods: Action Research is used to collect quantitative and qualitative data. Through the rolling revision of the exercise program during HSCT, finally develop a feasible exercise program. Expected results: Developing a feasible exercise program for hospitalized patients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
24
Chimei Medical Center
Tainan, Taiwan, Taiwan
Exercise adherence rate
Definition: The percentage of prescribed exercise sessions completed by participants during the hematopoietic stem cell transplantation hospitalization period. Measurement Method: 1. Numerator: Number of completed exercise sessions 2. Denominator: Total number of prescribed exercise sessions 3. Unit of Measure: Percentage (%)
Time frame: approximately 4-6 weeks
Patient Satisfaction Score of the Exercise Program
Definition: The mean score of a 7-item satisfaction questionnaire using a 5-point Likert scale to evaluate patient's satisfaction with the exercise program. Measurement Method: 1. Tool: 7-item satisfaction questionnaire with 5-point Likert scale Scale Range: 1 (strongly disagree) to 5 (strongly agree) 2. Total Score Calculation: Mean score of all 7 items 3. Unit of Measure: Score on a scale (1-5) Questionnaire Items: 1. Appropriateness of exercise timing 2. Appropriateness of exercise intensity 3. Appropriateness of exercise frequency 4. Appropriateness of exercise type and difficulty level 5. Achievement of exercise goals 6. Satisfaction with personal performance 7. Willingness to continue exercising
Time frame: approximately 4-6 weeks
Exercise-Related Adverse Events Rate
Definition: The percentage of exercise sessions with adverse events during the hematopoietic stem cell transplantation hospitalization period. Measurement Method: 1. Numerator: Number of exercise sessions with adverse events 2. Denominator: Total number of completed exercise sessions 3. Unit of Measure: Percentage (%)
Time frame: approximately 4-6 weeks
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